86°
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Orange County, CA · Pacific Ocean
San Clemente State Beach
225 Avenida Calafia, San Clemente, CA 92672
A mile of sand at the south end of Orange County — fronted by sandstone bluffs and the historic San Clemente Pier in town. Trestles surf break is just south at the Camp Pendleton edge, world-famous for consistent right-hand point breaks. Family-friendly main beach, surfers further south.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 73°F water · 86°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- NWS alert active — extreme heat warning issued september 9 at 2:58am pdt until september 9 at 8:00pm pdt by nws san diego ca
61 /100
good
41 Swim
79 Sunbathe
85 Walk
56 Fish
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 1.0 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Coastal Flooding Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 9 at 1:30AM PDT until September 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding from high tides this evening. * WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Most likely during Wednesday evening's high tide. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides this evening at Newport Beach: 6.3 feet at 845 PM. At La Jolla: 6.3 feet at 839 PM. Measured high tides are exceeding predicted levels by 6-7 inches.
Weather alert in effect
Extreme Heat Warning issued September 9 at 2:58AM PDT until September 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Heat Advisory issued September 9 at 2:58AM PDT until September 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
86°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
S
Rain
6%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
8:43 PM
6.8 ft · in 1.4h
Wave Height
3.6 ft
13s · SSW swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:30 AM
Sunset
7:05 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:50 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 9:04 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 2:39 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 8:43 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:22 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:33 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 3:22 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 9:25 PM | High | 6.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:52 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:02 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 4:03 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:06 PM | High | 6.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:19 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:31 AM | High | 6.1 ft |
| 4:44 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:46 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:45 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 10:59 AM | High | 6.0 ft |
| 5:26 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:28 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:08 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 11:27 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 6:11 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 5:28 AM | Low | 2.1 ft |
| 11:56 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 7:03 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410170, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Mostly Sunny
3%
85
77°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
84
75°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
83
73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
82
72°
Sunny
0%
81
72°
Sunny
1%
81
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Major
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot at Calafia, paid; free residential street parking up the hill.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted on the bluff trail (leashed).
Entry Fee
State beach parking $15/day.
Address
225 Avenida Calafia, San Clemente, CA 92672
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at San Clemente State Beach today?
San Clemente State Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is San Clemente State Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted on the bluff trail (leashed).
Is there an entry fee at San Clemente State Beach?
State beach parking $15/day.
Are there lifeguards at San Clemente State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol San Clemente State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at San Clemente State Beach?
Amenities at San Clemente State Beach include lifeguards, pier, restrooms, showers, campground, restaurants in town.
When is the water warmest at San Clemente State Beach?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is San Clemente State Beach located?
San Clemente State Beach is in Orange County, CA, at 225 Avenida Calafia, San Clemente, CA 92672.
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